Gazipur
Gazipur is a village located in Falta subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.2km away from sub-district headquarter Falta (tehsildar office) and 31.5km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Fatepur is the gram panchayat of Gazipur village.
Here you can discover what makes Gazipur unique in its vibrant Falta-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Gazipur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gazipur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gazipur is 334306. The village spans a total geographical area of 63.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743513. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Gazipur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Gazipur
Population of Gazipur
According to the 2011 Census, Gazipur has a total population of about 1,250, with approximately 643 males and 607 females. The sex ratio is around 944 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 102 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 685 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.60%, with male literacy at about 79.47% and female literacy near 71.50%. There are around 291 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gazipur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,250 | 643 | 607 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 51 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 685 | 358 | 327 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 945 | 511 | 434 |
| Illiterate Population | 305 | 132 | 173 |
Connectivity of Gazipur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gazipur. As per the 2011 stats, Gazipur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gazipur
Knowing the nearby villages of Gazipur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gazipur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gazipur
- Where is Gazipur located?
- Gazipur village is situated in Falta Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gazipur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gazipur is Fatepur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gazipur?
- The pincode of Gazipur is 743513, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gazipur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gazipur is 1,250, with 643 males and 607 females.
- How many households are there in Gazipur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gazipur village has a total of 291 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gazipur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gazipur is 75.60%. The male literacy rate is 79.47%, while the female literacy rate is 71.50%.